Ojibwe Language & Culture Teacher / Indian Education Coordinator

Kelliher Public School has a full-time opening for the 2026-2027 School Year:

1.0 FTE  |  Licensed Position  |  KEA Contract

Provides K–12 instruction in Ojibwe language, Anishinaabe history, and American Indian culture. Also serves as the district’s dedicated Indian Education Coordinator, leading the American Indian Education Aid (AIEA) program, managing the federal Title VI grant, and serving as the primary link between the school and the American Indian community.

Required Qualifications:
Valid Minnesota PELSB American Indian Language, History, and Culture (AILHC) license
Bachelor’s degree required (unless PELSB-recognized exemption applies
Note: A Tier 1 license will be considered if no AILHC-licensed candidate is available after a good-faith search.

Preferred Qualifications:
Strong ties to Red Lake Nation or another federally recognized tribe
Fluency or proficiency in Ojibwe (Anishinaabemowin)
Experience in K–12 instruction and/or grant or program administration
Note: A Tier 1 license will be considered if no AILHC-licensed candidate is available after a good-faith search.

Salary: $51,190–$65,111 based on KEA negotiated salary schedule

Benefits: Health Insurance — Single HSA plan fully covered + HSA/VEBA contributions; Family plans $1,350/month toward premium; $1,200 403(b) match; TRA Pension; 12 days PTO

For additional information contact Jeff Nelson, Superintendent at 218-647-8286, jnelson@kelliher.k12.mn.us

To Apply, Submit:
Letter of Application
Resume
Copy of PELSB AILHC License (or documentation of application)
3 current Letters of Reference
Background check

Send the above information to: Jeff Nelson, Superintendent, Kelliher Public School #36, 345 4th Street NW Box 259, Kelliher, MN 56650 or to jnelson@kelliher.k12.mn.us

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Kelliher Public School #36 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The district actively recruits American Indian candidates; preference may be given to candidates with demonstrated ties to the American Indian community.

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